AD 2010-07-10

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Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A300 B2-1C, B2K-3C, B2-203, B4-2C, B4-103, and B4-203 Airplanes

AD Number
2010-07-10
Status
final_rule
Effective Date
Product Category
aircraft
Docket
Docket No. FAA-2009-1166
FR Citation
75 FR 16657

Applicability

TypeManufacturerModelDetails
aircraft Airbus A300 B2-1C Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A300 B2-1C, B2K-3C, B2-203, B4-2C, B4-103, and B4-203 Airplanes
aircraft Aviat Various Airworthiness Directives; Airbus Model A300 B2-1C, B2K-3C, B2-203, B4-2C, B4-103, and B4-203 Airplanes

Unsafe Condition

Mal-phasing between the hydraulic motors of the THSA induced excessive loads into the gear train, leading to bearing collapse, severe tooth damage, and disconnection of hydraulic motors, resulting in THSA gearbox jamming and loss of THSA control.

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Required Actions

Perform an on-airplane phasing inspection and magnetic plug inspection for metal particles on the THSA drain plug, using detailed inspection methods. Replace the THSA with a serviceable unit if necessary. Repeat inspections at specified intervals based on findings.

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Compliance Time

Within 4,000 flight hours after the last THSA overhaul or within 250 flight hours after the effective date of this AD, whichever occurs later.

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Affected Aircraft

Airbus Model A300 B2-1C, B2K-3C, B2-203, B4-2C, B4-103, and B4-203 airplanes, all serial numbers.

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